While using TikTok or other similar social media platforms, you may have come across the popular term MLW. Here’s what it means.
TikTokers often use slang terms and hashtags to make it easier to connect with others while adding a layer of subcultural understanding. For new users, though, decoding TikTok‘s language can feel like learning an entirely new dialect.
One acronym that has caught the attention of many is ‘MLM.’ Like many shorthand terms on the video app, its meaning can vary depending on the context.
MLM meaning explained
On TikTok, MLM usually stands for ‘Men Loving Men.’ This term is widely used in queer spaces to refer to men who are attracted to other men, including gay, bisexual, and pansexual individuals.
The term is analogous to WLW (Women Loving Women) and is often used to foster community and representation.
TikTokers may include the hashtag #MLM in their videos, add it to captions, or display it in text overlays to signal the content is relevant to queer men or LGBTQ+ topics.
For instance, a user might post a video of their relationship with the caption, “MLM love is so wholesome,” or share a meme referencing experiences specific to men loving men. The term creates visibility and solidarity within the queer community.
While ‘Men Loving Men’ is the most common interpretation of MLM on TikTok, the acronym has another common meaning: ‘Multi-Level Marketing.’
In this context, MLM refers to controversial business models often critiqued as pyramid schemes. So, if a video uses the acronym in a caption about income opportunities or entrepreneurial ventures, it’s likely referring to multi-level marketing rather than queer relationships.
If you find any other words or acronyms on TikTok confusing, you can check out our guide here to learn all about the app’s most popular terms.
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